Job Description

Harbor is seeking out a Transitional Support Specialist to join our Bowling Green location! This position provides personal care services or accommodations to clients enrolled in the Transition to Independence Process (TIP) program. This can include planning and leading skill development groups, assisting with meal preparation, supervising the self-administration of medication and assisting with activities of daily living. This position is full-time and second shift, working from 2:45pm-11:00pm and has a rotating 2-week schedule.

For the first week, work days are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. For the second week, work days are Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday with a mandatory staff meeting every Thursday from 3:00pm-4:30pm.

REQUIREMENTS

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience

• No specific experience requirements.

Licensure and Certifications:

• CPR/First Aid Certification required before working alone.
• NCI/CPI Certifications required within 90 days of employment.
• Test for tuberculosis before hire or provide evidence of negative test within one year prior to employment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and show proof of personal auto insurance policy to be deemed insurable with Harbor’s vehicle insurance carrier.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with clients diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions and Primary Responsibilities:

1. Supervises and/or assists residents with activities of daily living.
2. Supervises the self-administration of medication.
3. Assists or prepares resident meals.
4. Develops the individualized care plan for residents and provides care in accordance with that care plan. Ensures the House Manager has any specific information or observations of the residents’ needs and preferences to pass along to the clinical team.
5. Completes activities with residents to support their transition to independent living including weekly goal planning, connecting with resources in the community, and pursuing vocational and/or educational goals.
6. Maintains accurate, complete, and appropriate clinical records (e.g., MAR, daily resident logs) in a timely manner.
7. Performs all job responsibilities in accordance with prescribed safety and infection control procedures.
8. Implements planned recreational/educational activities.
9. Transports residents as needed for appointments or other approved activities as determined by job assignment and in accordance with driving policies.
10. Responsible for the completion of all tasks for assigned shift including care of residents and the facility, which may include cleaning and minor household maintenance.
11. Responsible for finding coverage for scheduled shifts that employee is unable to work due to illness, vacation, or other time off. Ability to work a flexible schedule is preferred.
12. Participates in training and development programs to enhance knowledge and skills and completes annual trainings as assigned, including trainings on the TIP model and its implementation.
13. Maintains courtesy and professionalism with staff and clients at all times.
14. Understands and maintains professional boundaries in all client and staff interactions.
15. May be asked to float to other housing locations to accommodate client or agency needs.

Full-Time First and Second Shift Staff only:

1. Required to participate in the on-call team rotation by taking at least two weeks per quarter. On-call rotation includes being the first individual called by on-shift staff for questions, concerns, and finding coverage, as well as providing shift coverage when other options are not available.

General Competencies/Performance Expectations:

• Utilizes information technology systems and software applications effectively and in accordance with organizational standards and security protocols.
• Demonstrates sound judgment by analyzing information thoroughly, reaching timely conclusions, and taking appropriate, decisive action.
• Plans, prioritizes, and organizes work to ensure maximum efficiency, productivity, and quality outcomes.
• Actively seeks and utilizes supervision and feedback appropriately to support professional growth and effective job performance.
• Manages time and utilizes leave in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support departmental and organizational needs.

Working Conditions:

• Staff will work primarily within group homes, but also at outpatient sites and in the community for training and assisting clients.
• Staff will be exposed to information that will be required to be kept confidential.
• Staff will potentially encounter crisis situations, both behavioral and environmental, and will be required to navigate said crises situations.
• Staff will periodically be required to transport clients (with agency vehicle ONLY) and will periodically be required to travel between sites using both agency vehicles and their own vehicle.
• This position is union. Union eligibility applies only to full-time or part-time hires; contingent or temporary appointments are not covered by the union, even if the position is otherwise unionized.

About Harbor:

• A leading provider of mental health and substance use treatment for over 100 years.
• 350+ clinical staff serve over 24,000 clients across multiple locations and in the community each year.
• Services ranging from counseling, pharmacological management, primary care, psychological testing, case management, substance use treatment, residential services, vocational program, and more!

Why Work for Harbor?

It is fast-paced and challenging, but you will have a lot of fun in the process. You will have the opportunity to meet other motivated individuals who are also making a positive impact at our company. Harbor is committed to investing our resources in you! Some benefits of working with Harbor include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays
• Tuition and professional license reimbursement programs
• Clinical supervision hours offered
• Ability to make a difference in your community!